Girls Global Academy

Girls Global Academy is a community of dedicated innovators who believe girls matter. As the only all girls public charter high school in Washington, DC, our approach to education will allow girls to develop strong voices that inspire change. We are committed to actions that equip the next generation of leaders to navigate the world with confidence and compassion to thrive in any path they may choose. We believe students and families are our partners in education; relationships foster trust and open communication; learning should be challenging, meaningful, and joyful; partnerships with the community are intentional and valued; and growth promotes lifelong learning. For more information, go to https://girlsglobalacademy.org/

Friday Morning Music Club, Inc.

A community of music lovers and musicians, the Friday Morning Music Club, Inc., has promoted classical music in the Washington area for over 120 years. FMMC’s public concerts—now held throughout the week—provide performing members with a host of outlets for their talents as well as delighting audiences in Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia. All concerts are free and performed as a public service. Outreach recitals at senior facilities, in-home musicales, and master classes provide additional opportunities for members to explore music together without audition. The Club also fosters the development of local talent through competitions for local students and recitals by student members. Through the Friday Morning Music Club Foundation, it supports renowned international competitions for emerging professional string players, pianists, and singers, and for composers. More information at http://www.fmmc.org/.

Milestones Enrichment Center

Milestones Enrichment Center (MEC) believes that every child deserves a warm and caring environment that is essential for the growth and developmental needs of young children. Furthermore, they believe that it is extremely important that they partner with families and the community. They believe their role is to work in concert with the home in transforming the child into a social being. MEC has created an environment that allows children to explore the world around them, to understand and feel good about themselves, and to learn to care about the people and society they must interact with. More information at http://mec123abc.com/